How much does a bus ticket from Luton to Leicester cost?

The bus ticket price from Luton to Leicester starts at US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Luton to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Luton to Leicester?

The average travel time between Luton and Leicester is around 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Luton and Leicester?

The number of buses from Luton to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Luton to Leicester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Luton to Leicester?

When taking the bus from Luton to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Leicester?

Buses travelling between Luton and Leicester leave from London Luton Airport or Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, Leicester, Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound.

Bus Luton to Leicester from US$12 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Luton to Leicester on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 40m	22:30	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Cheapest
22:00	Luton Halfway Avenue	4h 10m	02:10	Leicester (Fosse Park)	Fastest
17:50	Luton Halfway Avenue	5h 5m	22:55	Leicester St Margarets bus station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:37 PM GMT.

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We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Leicester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 20mAverage duration

98 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$17 - US$51	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$31 - US$166	Average duration1h 5m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceUS$8 - US$16	Average duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus Luton to Leicester: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$34

Average bus trip duration2h

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance99 km

Latest bus departure23:55

Compare bus companies

National Express

4/529 684 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.4

Customers have reported a comfortable and spacious ride with National Express, despite minor delays and confusing route information. The drivers are praised for being polite and professional, making it a good choice for travel.

National Express Luton Leicester recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 50 minutes late at the Leicester arrival point. Because of this, my friends didn’t meet me

Lioudmila K.

22 June 2024

The bus was late by half an hour then boarding itself. Comfortable ride and spacious seating otherwise

Juri J.

8 February 2024

Coach 1.5 hours late, driver kept saying 1 hour but we didn’t leave Luton until 18:35, due to leave 17.10 Initially no one knew why no bus finally one NE employee used initiative and rang heathrow Bus wasn’t trackable so no information

Steph P.

27 January 2024

FlixBus

3.5/511 124 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Luton to Leicester Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Luton and Leicester?

Stops in Luton

A - London Luton Airport

B - Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop

C - Stopsley - Inspire Sports Village

D - Lilley

E - Butterfield Business Park

F - Stopsley

Stops in Leicester

A - St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station

B - Leicester

C - Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound

D - Leicester - Fosse Park Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions on the trip Luton - Leicester

How much does a bus ticket from Luton to Leicester cost?
The bus ticket price from Luton to Leicester starts at US$17. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Luton to Leicester is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Luton to Leicester?
The average travel time between Luton and Leicester is around 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 98 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Luton and Leicester?
The number of buses from Luton to Leicester can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 22 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Luton to Leicester by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Luton to Leicester?
When taking the bus from Luton to Leicester, you can travel comfortably and safely with National Express, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Luton to Leicester?
Buses travelling between Luton and Leicester leave from London Luton Airport or Luton (Town, adj Rail Stn) Bus Stop and arrive at St Margaret's Bus & Coach Station, Leicester, Leicester Forest East (Service Area), Northbound.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

29/10

US$24

30/10

US$17

Today

US$16

01/11

US$20

02/11

US$26

03/11

US$17

04/11

US$14

05/11

US$12

The cheapest trip from Luton to Leicester was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$12

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Luton to Leicester as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$12 to US$37 for a bus ticket from Luton to Leicester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$12, which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Luton and Leicester!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Luton to Leicester, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Luton to Leicester.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Luton to Leicester, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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